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Stranraer
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Stranraer is situated on Loch Ryan at the far south-western tip of Scotland, in Dumfries and Galloway.
Stranraer is probably best known for its history as a ferry port, which served passengers from Belfast for over 100 years.
Stranraer's top attraction is the Castle of St. John, a ruined four-story tower house built around 1500, which sits on a green in the main street. There is also the town museum. Three miles east of Stranraer are Castle Kennedy Gardens, with the castle, two lochs, a giant lily pond and an avenue of monkey puzzle trees.
Stranraer's top attraction is the Castle of St. John, a ruined four-story tower house built around 1500, which sits on a green in the main street. There is also the town museum. Three miles east of Stranraer are Castle Kennedy Gardens, with the castle, two lochs, a giant lily pond and an avenue of monkey puzzle trees.
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